AMD XC7A12T-L1CPG236I
- Part No.:
- XC7A12T-L1CPG236I
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Category:
- FPGAs (Field Programmable Gate Array)
- Package:
- 238-LFBGA, CSPBGA
- Datasheet:
-
XC7A12T-L1CPG236I.pdf
- Description:
- IC FPGA 106 I/O 236BGA
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Product details
Overview
XC7A12T-L1CPG236I from AMD is a Spartan-7 FPGA with 12,288 logic cells, 520 Kbits of block RAM, 80 DSP slices, and a -1L speed grade operating at 1.0V core voltage in a 236-pin CPFG package. It targets low-power industrial control, sensor interface, and embedded vision preprocessing.
For engineers reviewing the XC7A12T-L1CPG236I datasheet, pinout, applications, or equivalent options, key selection factors include I/O count (140 user I/Os), thermal performance (industrial temperature range –40°C to +100°C), configuration interface support (SPIx4, SelectMAP), and power delivery requirements (dual-rail 1.0V/3.3V).
Technical Context
The XC7A12T-L1CPG236I implements a 28 nm HKMG process-based architecture with integrated configuration logic, hardened PCIe Gen2 x1 endpoint capability, and dedicated clock management tiles including MMCM and PLL blocks. It supports JTAG boundary-scan and ICAP for partial reconfiguration.
Its I/O bank structure includes 12 banks supporting LVCMOS, LVDS, TMDS, and sub-LVDS signaling with programmable slew rate and drive strength per pin. Configuration is performed via Master SPI or Slave SelectMAP mode using external flash or processor-controlled loading.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Logic Cells | 12,288 LUT6-based cells for combinational and sequential logic implementation |
| Block RAM | 520 Kbits distributed across 32 BRAM primitives (18 Kb each) |
| DSP Slices | 80 dedicated 25×18 multipliers with pre-adders and cascade capability |
| User I/O Pins | 140 single-ended or 70 differential I/Os with bank-specific voltage support |
| Speed Grade | -1L: guaranteed timing performance up to 667 MHz I/O toggle rate and 450 MHz system clock |
| Operating Temp | Industrial range (–40°C to +100°C) validated for extended thermal cycling |
| Core Voltage | 1.0V ±3% with tight regulation required for stable SRAM and routing operation |
Pinout & Package
The XC7A12T-L1CPG236I is housed in a 236-ball CPFG (Chip Scale Package, Fine Pitch Grid Array) with 0.5 mm pitch, 12 × 12 mm body size, and exposed thermal pad for enhanced heat dissipation in compact industrial PCB layouts.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VCCO_0 | I/O Bank 0 Supply | Provides 1.2V–3.3V selectable voltage for bank 0 I/O signaling standards |
| VCCAUX | Auxiliary Supply | Supplies 1.8V to configuration logic, JTAG, and transceivers |
| VCCINT | Core Supply | Delivers regulated 1.0V to CLBs, interconnect, and BRAM |
| M0–M2 | Mode Pins | Configure boot source (SPI/SelectMAP/JTAG) at power-up |
| CCLK | Configuration Clock | Drives internal configuration shift register during master SPI mode |
| DONE | Configuration Status | Open-drain output indicating successful bitstream load completion |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Hardened PCIe Gen2 Endpoint | Integrated PHY and data link layer enabling plug-and-play connectivity without soft IP overhead |
| UltraScale-inspired Clocking | MMCM + PLL per bank allows independent frequency synthesis for mixed-domain I/O and fabric clocks |
| Configurable I/O Standards | Per-bank voltage and standard selection supports coexistence of LVCMOS33, LVDS25, and TMDS on same device |
| Partial Reconfiguration Support | ICAP interface enables dynamic logic module swapping without full device reset or downtime |
| Industrial Temperature Rating | Validated operation across –40°C to +100°C ambient ensures reliability in uncooled enclosures |
Applications
| Industrial PLC I/O Module | Smart Camera Preprocessing Unit |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Real-time digital input/output conditioning and protocol translation in DIN-rail mounted controllers. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: FPGA fabric executes deterministic logic scan cycles while managing isolated RS-485, CAN, and digital I/O interfaces. Use Value: XC7A12T-L1CPG236I delivers 140 user I/Os and industrial temp rating for direct field deployment without heatsinking. | Use Scenario: On-camera image correction, Bayer demosaicing, and ROI cropping before JPEG encoding. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: XC7A12T-L1CPG236I processes parallel MIPI CSI-2 streams using pipelined DSP slices and on-chip BRAM buffers. Use Value: 80 DSP slices and 520 Kbits block RAM enable real-time pixel-level operations at 30 fps with sub-10 ms latency. |
| Motor Drive Feedback Interface | IoT Edge Gateway Protocol Bridge |
Use Scenario: Acquisition and filtering of encoder, resolver, and current-sense signals in servo drives. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: XC7A12T-L1CPG236I implements high-resolution sigma-delta decimation filters and PWM synchronization logic. Use Value: Deterministic timing from MMCM-generated clocks ensures <100 ns jitter on PWM outputs for precise torque control. | Use Scenario: Translation between Modbus RTU, MQTT over TLS, and local BLE/Wi-Fi stacks in factory-floor gateways. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: XC7A12T-L1CPG236I hosts dual Ethernet MACs and soft CPU subsystems for concurrent protocol handling. Use Value: Dual-rail I/O support enables direct interfacing to 3.3V Wi-Fi modules and 5V legacy serial peripherals without level shifters. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar FPGA-based control and interface applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| XC7A15T-1CSG324I | 15K logic cells, 324-ball CSBG package, higher I/O count (210), no PCIe hard IP | Supports larger state machines and more complex peripheral bridging | Choose when additional logic density and I/O expansion are required beyond XC7A12T-L1CPG236I capacity |
| LFE5U-25F-6CABGA256I | 25K LUTs, 256-ball CABGA, 1.2V core, no PCIe, lower static power | Better suited for ultra-low-power always-on monitoring nodes | Select for battery-operated edge sensors where XC7A12T-L1CPG236I's active power exceeds budget |
Compared with XC7A12T-L1CPG236I, the XC7A15T-1CSG324I offers greater logic and I/O headroom but lacks PCIe integration, while the LFE5U-25F-6CABGA256I provides lower static power and higher LUT count at the cost of missing hardened interfaces and industrial-grade timing guarantees.
Availability
XC7A12T-L1CPG236I is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial PLCs, smart camera modules, motor drive feedback systems, and IoT edge gateways requiring stable component supply across extended temperature ranges and long production lifecycles.
Supply support for XC7A12T-L1CPG236I includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
AMD is a global semiconductor leader delivering adaptive computing solutions for data center, embedded, and client markets with emphasis on performance-per-watt and heterogeneous integration.
The Spartan-7 family, including XC7A12T-L1CPG236I, was designed for cost-sensitive, power-constrained industrial and automotive applications requiring reliable I/O interfacing, real-time processing, and long-term availability.
FAQ
What is the maximum supported I/O standard voltage for XC7A12T-L1CPG236I?
The XC7A12T-L1CPG236I supports I/O voltages from 1.2V to 3.3V per bank, with VCCO_0 through VCCO_11 individually configurable. Each bank must be set to a single voltage, and LVDS, TMDS, and sub-LVDS standards require specific VCCO settings (e.g., 2.5V for LVDS25). The XC7A12T-L1CPG236I datasheet specifies absolute maximum ratings and recommended operating conditions for all supported standards.
Does XC7A12T-L1CPG236I include a built-in PCIe controller?
Yes, XC7A12T-L1CPG236I integrates a hardened PCIe Gen2 x1 endpoint block with PHY, data link, and transaction layers. It supports enumeration, memory-mapped I/O, and MSI interrupts without consuming logic resources. This capability is confirmed in the Spartan-7 product guide and verified in Xilinx UG953, making XC7A12T-L1CPG236I suitable for host-attached acceleration and diagnostics interfaces.
What configuration modes does XC7A12T-L1CPG236I support?
XC7A12T-L1CPG236I supports Master SPI, Slave SelectMAP, JTAG, and ICAP configuration modes. Mode selection is controlled by M0–M2 pins at power-up. Master SPI uses internal oscillator and CCLK to load bitstream from external flash; Slave SelectMAP allows processor-driven configuration. The XC7A12T-L1CPG236I also supports fallback and multi-boot via external flash addressing.
Is XC7A12T-L1CPG236I qualified for automotive applications?
No, XC7A12T-L1CPG236I is rated for industrial temperature (–40°C to +100°C) and is not AEC-Q100 qualified. While it operates reliably in harsh environments, it lacks automotive-specific screening, failure-in-time (FIT) reporting, and PPAP documentation. For automotive use, AMD recommends the XA Spartan-7 family variants, not XC7A12T-L1CPG236I.
What thermal management guidance applies to XC7A12T-L1CPG236I?
XC7A12T-L1CPG236I requires a PCB with thermal vias under the exposed pad and a minimum 2 oz copper pour on inner layers for heat spreading. Junction-to-board thermal resistance (ψJB) is 5.2°C/W per UG476. Ambient temperature must remain ≤+85°C for continuous operation at full utilization; derating curves in the XC7A12T-L1CPG236I thermal guide define safe power envelopes.
XC7A12T-L1CPG236I Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- AMD
- Series:
- Artix-7
- Package/Case:
- 238-LFBGA, CSPBGA
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Number of LABs/CLBs:
- 1000
- Number of Logic Elements/Cells:
- 12800
- Total RAM Bits:
- 737280
- Number of I/O:
- 106
- Number of Gates:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- 0.95V ~ 1.05V
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 100°C (TJ)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Supplier Device Package:
- 238-CSBGA (10x10)
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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